- Specifically designed for this initial stage of root canal preparation
- Dimensions are 45/.01, 25mm
Application:
- Used to create a smooth, reproducible pathway from the top of the root canal to its tip, before using larger, more rigid files for shaping and cleaning
Uses:
- Preparing narrow or curved canals:
- In cases where a root canal is particularly narrow or has a tight curve, a rotary file can bind and fracture
- The flexible nature of the NiTi glidepath file allows a dentist to create a safe, clear passage for subsequent instruments, respecting the tooth's natural anatomy
- Preventing file separation:
- The glidepath created by this file significantly reduces the torque and stress placed on the larger, more aggressive shaping files that follow
- This minimizes the risk of file separation inside the canal
- Reducing shaping errors:
- Without a proper glidepath, there is a higher risk of procedural errors like canal transportation, ledge formation, and perforation of the root
- By creating a predictable guide, this file helps maintain the original path of the canal
- Efficient canal preparation:
- By mechanically preparing the initial pathway with a rotary file, a dentist can perform this step much faster and with less fatigue than with traditional manual files
- Maintaining dentin:
- The conservative taper (.01) and flexible NiTi alloy of the RootFlex Glidepath file remove minimal dentin, helping to preserve the tooth's structure and strength
Features:
- Minimal Taper:
- These files have a small, conservative taper of 0.01 so they remove very little dentin, helping to maintain the canal's original anatomy, even in curved or narrow canals
- Conservative Taper Technology:
- No longer is flaring, brushing, or straight-line access needed
- Proprietary NiTi Alloy:
- Made from a heat-treated nickel-titanium (NiTi) alloy, giving them high flexibility and resistance to cyclic fatigue which makes them less prone to fracture
- Dual Motion Compatibility:
- The files can be used in both continuous rotary and reciprocating dental handpieces, offering flexibility for the clinician's preferred technique
- Cutting efficiency:
- A unique helical design delivers strong cutting performance while maintaining control
Specifications:
- The measurements for this specific package are 45/.01, 25mm
- 45: Tip size (D0) is 0.45mm
- .01: Taper is 0.01 mm per millimeter of file length
- 25mm: Working length of the file
Contents:
- 6 Files per pack
